Knowing the amount of theobromine ingested allows your veterinarian to determine the severity of the toxicity and foresee the possible side effects. (memphisveterinaryspecialists.com)
- Susceptibility to chocolate toxicosis tends to vary according to a pet's sensitivity and pre-existing health issues; the amount ingested and type of chocolate are also important indicators of the severity of toxicity. (morenapethospital.com)
Depending on the severity of toxicity, some pets will require a blood transfusion until all toxins are eliminated from the body. (austinvets.com)